Lemon Chicken Noodle Soup
Brighten up your comfort food routine with this zesty and refreshing Lemon Chicken Noodle Soup! This vibrant twist on the classic soup combines tender egg noodles, juicy shredded chicken, and a medley of savory vegetables, all swimming in a fragrant broth infused with fresh lemon juice and zesty lemon zest. A touch of dried thyme and a sprinkle of fresh parsley enhance the flavors, making each spoonful bursting with warmth and brightness. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you're craving something light yet satisfying, this one-pot meal is ready in just 40 minutes and serves six. With its delightful balance of tangy citrus and hearty ingredients, Lemon Chicken Noodle Soup is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups egg noodles
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced yellow onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the broth and stir well.
Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and egg noodles. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 8–10 minutes or until the noodles are tender.
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley to the soup. Stir to combine.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Remove from heat and serve the soup warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.6 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 611 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 7472 mg | 325% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.2 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 216.3 g | 433% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 513 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 4587 mg | 98% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
